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Pretzel Postures Pose Problems
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Pretzel Postures Pose Problems

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Pretzel Postures Pose Problems

Do you often need to make strange or awkward movements to get your work done? Long reaches, twists, bends and stretches put your shoulders, back and elbows in uncomfortable and unnatural positions. These postures can

Pretzel Postures Pose ProblemsOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:31:06-08:00

Nobody’s immune to back pain

Anyone who has to move heavy objects, work in awkward positions, hold one position for a long time or perform certain tasks at a fast pace can get hurt. These tips will help protect your

Nobody’s immune to back painOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:30:50-08:00

Chemicals: Common but Deadly

Chemicals, even ordinary cleaning solutions, pose a risk to all workers. Chemicals can be inhaled, absorbed through the skin or eyes, swallowed or ingested through objects that have been contaminated, such as cigarettes. Some chemicals

Chemicals: Common but DeadlyOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:30:32-08:00

Stay Safe Around Gas Cylinders

These cylinders have numerous applications, from breathing and welding to sample testing. The gases commonly found in them include oxygen, nitrogen, acetylene, chlorine and liquid propane (LPG). Many cylinders contain high pressure and will hurtle

Stay Safe Around Gas CylindersOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:30:17-08:00

Lock Out Hazardous Energy
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Lock Out Hazardous Energy

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Lock Out Hazardous Energy

You must take steps to prevent equipment from becoming energized while it is being worked on. The energy can be pneumatic, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, chemical or thermal. There can be other sources as well —

Lock Out Hazardous EnergyOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:30:08-08:00

Headlights To See And Be Seen
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Headlights To See And Be Seen

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Headlights To See And Be Seen

Your headlights are especially important for safe travel during the winter. In addition to the long hours of darkness, weather conditions such as fog, snow, sleet and rain reduce the ability to see and to

Headlights To See And Be SeenOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:29:39-08:00

Save Face – And Your Eyes

The need for face and eye protection in the workplace is highlighted by eye doctors. The American Academy of Ophthalmology warns that even leisure-time yard work can permanently injure or blind, by one careless moment.

Save Face – And Your EyesOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:29:31-08:00

Safety Shower Drills

Your workplace is most likely equipped with safety showers and eyewash stations and you may have used them. Not only are they used in emergency situations to wash away harmful chemicals or put out clothing

Safety Shower DrillsOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:29:21-08:00

Steer Clear of Heavy Lifting

Look for ways to avoid lifting. This doesn't mean you should hide in the storeroom when something needs to be lifted. It means you should try to come up with strategies for getting your work done without heavy lifting.

Steer Clear of Heavy LiftingOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:28:56-08:00

Harassment Hurts

This kind of behavior is not tolerated in the workplace. If you ever find yourself a target of harassment, you do not have to put up with it. You have the law on your side

Harassment HurtsOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:28:44-08:00

Keep Safety On Hand

The worst, of course, would be an amputation – cutting off a hand or fingers. An amputation can be fatal because of the loss of blood, shock, infection or other effects. An amputation can happen

Keep Safety On HandOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:28:16-08:00

Lockout/Tagout/Tryout: Your Key to Safety
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Lockout/Tagout/Tryout: Your Key to Safety

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Lockout/Tagout/Tryout: Your Key to Safety

Meanwhile, Bill the operator returned from his break. He did not see John and there was no indication the machine was under repair. Assuming his machine was ready to run, Bill started it. He had

Lockout/Tagout/Tryout: Your Key to SafetyOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:28:02-08:00

Chemical Burns Require Quick Response

If you work with chemicals, make sure you are familiar with the first aid required in case of exposure. This information is located on the chemical label and on the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).

Chemical Burns Require Quick ResponseOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:27:57-08:00

Operating a Forklift Requires Training

Forklift safety is an essential part of warehouse and housekeeping safety. A forklift incident can easily injure its driver, as well as workers who share floor space with forklifts.

Operating a Forklift Requires TrainingOleksandr Adrianov2018-01-29T17:27:44-08:00